Hearing loss (HL) in children can be congenital ( birth defects ) or acquired. 60 % of the causes are preventable but even in the 40 %, appropriate and timely interventions can help ensure that the child reaches their full potential. See other posts on HL on the news feed.
Dr. M. G. Lamola
“Hearing loss (HL) in children can be congenital ( birth defects ) or acquired. 60 % of the causes are preventable but even in the 40 %, appropriate and timely interventions can help ensure that the child reaches their full potential. See other posts on HL on the news feed. “
Strategies for prevention and care of #Childhood hearing loss:
Strengthen immunizations to prevent infections.
Implement new baby screening and early intervention programmes. Screening can be done at one month
Train Primary care workers on the management of ear diseases
Make hearing devices acccessible.
Regulate and monitor the use of oto(ear)toxic drugs though their need may be unavoidable
Raise awareness about ear care e.g. avoid insertion of substances in the ears, do not treat a painful ear in a child with home remedies. Have them checked by an ENT especially if repeated infections.
Causes of #ChildhoodHearingLoss . The 60% figure can rise sharply to 75% in places with limited resources and as low as 45% in developed countries with better mother and child services. Oto (ear)toxic drugs given to pregnant women and their children are also an important cause.
